Tell Governor Hochul to stand up for free access to books and ideas—urge her to sign S.1099/A.7777 to protect New York’s school and public libraries from censorship.

I don’t expect to write another blog post like this. If you’re a longtime reader of this blog, you know that I focus on writing and positivity. But this is related to my writing, and anyway, …

Three-day hybrid writing conference hosted by Chicago-North Romance Writers featuring:Pre-conference half-day masterclass taught by Sherry Thomas (additional fee, may attend virtually only without attending conference)Thursday evening Bookseller, Blogger, Librarian, and Podcaster networking eventmasterclasses workshops and webinars for published and unpublished writers keynote speeches pitch appointments with editors and agentsnetworkingOnline and in-person Vendor RoomCoverage by Brown Book Seriesa silent auction benefitting a local charityan open to the public book signing an online and on site book store with The Last Chapter Bookshopa Gala ballSpa in Your Space Wellness LoungeJoin us and our headliners, ADRIANA HERRERA and BRENDA JACKSON, online for virtual only or in person at the Royal Sonesta Hotel Downtown Chicago. In-person attendees will also have access to the virtual platform. Access to all the workshops and recording will extend sixty days post-conference.** CNRW is not liable for changes in workshops, speakers, or conference dates due to unforeseen circumstances.**Please check back once registration opens on October 1. You'll be able to click the AGENDA tab above or go to our conference website to see our workshops, professionals, and hotel information: https://www.chicagonorthromancewriters.com/spring-fling

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